In the 19th century, Amsterdam Vallon returns to New York City's Five Points seeking revenge against Bill the Butcher, who killed his father. He infiltrates Bill's inner circle and plans to kill him during a ceremony. Along the way, Amsterdam discovers a complicated love triangle and becomes involved in a criminal empire. Eventually, he confronts Bill and ends up exacting his revenge, but at a great cost. The movie explores themes of violence, corruption, and the struggle for power in a tumultuous time in American history.
In the midst of the 1905 Russian Revolution, the crew of the battleship Potemkin rebels against their oppressive officers, leading to a series of events that challenge the authority of the Imperial Russian Navy and ignite the social unrest in Odessa.
In 1972, during a civil rights march in Derry, Northern Ireland, British soldiers opened fire on unarmed civilians, resulting in the deaths of 14 people. This film depicts the events leading up to the massacre and its aftermath, highlighting the impact it had on the community and the ongoing conflict in Northern Ireland.
A dramatic and thrilling movie about the French Revolution, depicting the discontent, crisis, and social unrest that led to the end of the monarchy and the rise of the republic. It explores the political turmoil, violence, and rebellion that characterized this historical era.
In the Russian Empire, a labor strike erupts as workers protest against their exploitative working conditions, corruption, and the cruelty inflicted upon animals. The rebellion grows in intensity, leading to a fierce fight for workers' rights and justice. Amidst the turmoil, the working class is pushed to the edge, suffering from starvation and social unrest. The movie explores themes of class struggle, anti-capitalism, and the oppressive nature of the Tsarist regime.
In the midst of the Russian Revolution, a group of Bolsheviks led by Vladimir Lenin and Leon Trotsky overthrow the provisional government and seize control of the Winter Palace. The film captures the unrest and social discontent that led to the revolution, as well as the ensuing power struggle within the Bolshevik party.
Tale of Tales is a mesmerizing animated movie that explores various themes such as loss, nostalgia, and hope. Through a series of surreal and enchanting scenes, the film takes us on a journey into a world of fairy tales and explores the complexities of human emotions. It delves into the universal experiences of love, death, and longing, while also touching upon the destructive consequences of war and the tranquility that can be found in solitude.
The Promised Land is a movie that takes place in the 19th century in Lodz, Poland, during the industrial revolution. It follows the lives of a group of textile workers who face various challenges, including exploitation, adultery, and bankruptcy. The story explores themes of capitalism, inhumanity, and friendship.
Chouans! is a movie set during the French Revolution in the 1790s. It tells the story of a rural uprising and the counter-revolutionary activities in the Vendée region of France. The film explores themes of discontent, unrest, and self-sacrifice in a time of political turmoil.
Jew Süss (1940) is a drama film set in Germany during the Nazi era. It tells the story of a Jewish money-lender who is framed for rape and faces prejudice and discrimination. The film explores themes of propaganda, prejudice, and the consequences of misinformation.
Mother is a silent film that tells the story of a working-class mother in Saint Petersburg, Russia during the Russian Revolution. She becomes involved in the political unrest and ideology of the time, leading to tragic events and a struggle for justice.
A Polish construction worker living in Warsaw on a temporary visa gets caught up in the political unrest of the Solidarity movement. As he tries to navigate his life and find stability, he becomes entangled in a web of deception and danger.
Terror! Robespierre and the French Revolution is a documentary/drama film that explores the events of the French Revolution, focusing on Maximilien Robespierre and the gruesome reign of terror. The film showcases the class struggles, political turmoil, and violence that marked this influential period in history.
Maidan is a documentary film that captures the protests and events of the 2013-2014 Ukrainian revolution, also known as the Euromaidan. It gives a powerful and unfiltered look at the political unrest, struggles, and social discontent that led to the revolution.
The White Horse is a Russian TV serial broadcast in 1993. The film, in 10 episodes, was directed by Gelii Ryabov. It presents the Russian civil war in Siberia from 1917–1920 and the struggle of the White Russians under the command of Admiral Alexander Kolchak against the Bolshevik forces, until his final defeat.
This short film realistically portrays the conflict Henry Hudson experienced when he went in search of an open water route to the Orient, and no one would follow him. What he discovered instead was an inland sea, a discovery that ended in tragedy.
In a society plagued by social unrest and lawlessness, a family must rely on faith and self-defense to survive.
November 4, 1979, Iranian student activists stormed the U.S. embassy in Tehran, taking over 60 Americans hostage. A 48-hour sit-in to protest imperialism, turned into an international crisis and 24/7 media event that would last 444 days.
A Sense of Loss is a documentary film that delves into the complex and violent political conflict in Northern Ireland known as the Troubles. It explores the historical and social factors that led to the conflict, as well as the devastating impact it had on the lives of the people involved. The film features interviews with key figures and examines the issues of discrimination, sectarianism, and violence that fueled the conflict.
Based on a true story in the American owned Cananea mine. It depicts how the owner profits while the Mexican workers struggle to survive and are exploited for their labour.